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Makoto Okubo
大久保 誠
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Full name Makoto Okubo
Date of birth (1975-05-03) 3 May 1975 (age 50)
Place of birth Nagasaki, Japan
Height 1.79 m (5 ft 10 in)
Position(s) Midfielder
Youth career
1991–1993 Nagasaki Nihon University High School
1994–1997 Fukuoka University
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1998–2000 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 17 (1)
Total 17 (1)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Makoto Okubo (大久保 誠, Ōkubo Makoto, born 3 May 1975) is a Japanese former professional footballer. He played as a midfielder.

Makoto Okubo's Football Journey

Makoto Okubo started his football journey in Japan. He was born in Nagasaki Prefecture on May 3, 1975. After finishing his studies at Fukuoka University, he became a professional player.

In 1998, Okubo joined Sanfrecce Hiroshima. This team plays in the J1 League, which is Japan's top football league. Okubo played as an attacking midfielder. This means he helped create goals for his team.

During his time with Sanfrecce Hiroshima, Okubo faced some challenges. He had some injuries. Also, other talented players like Toshihiro Yamaguchi and Chikara Fujimoto played in his position. Because of this, he did not play in many matches.

Makoto Okubo played for Sanfrecce Hiroshima until the end of the 2000 season. After that, he decided to retire from professional football.

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